Has tried other treatments and therapies that have failed to provide relief

Some people delay knee replacement surgery because of cost or because they fear the pain and/or risks associated with the procedure. Delaying knee surgery can backfire, however, because additional or irreparable harm to your knee may occur, which could reduce or eliminate any benefits from eventual knee replacement. In some cases, however, knee replacement can be delayed for several years by choosing another, less invasive operation, such as osteotomy.

Although knee replacement surgery was once considered most appropriate for people age 60 to 75, research now shows that people of nearly any age can benefit. Studies indicate that it is better to have knee replacement surgery earlier rather than to wait because those who have poorer knee function at surgery also have worse function two years after surgery. One reason for the worse prognosis is that the longer a person waits, the more the bone and knee cartilage may wear away.

Deciding whether to undergo knee replacement surgery is a decision people should make only after they have full details about the procedure and have a thorough discussion with their orthopedic surgeon.

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ACL exercise

After knee surgery, especially the ACL, many patients lose their extension. If this extension is not gained quickly it can impede the healing process. Try this stretch to improve your extension. Source: O'Fit website

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Straight Leg Exercise for Quads

Following most knee surgeries the quadriceps (thigh) muscle loses muscle mass in a matter of days. The stronger you are prior to surgery, the stronger you will be after surgery. This simple straight leg exercise can be done pre and post-operatively. Source: O'Fit website

IT Band Foam Rollers for Runners

By far the best stretch for runners. The Iiliotibial (IT) band is a trouble spot for many runners. This band can become very tight in runners creating anterior knee pain. By keeping this band loose, runners can prevent knee pain. Source: O'Fit website